Good. I'm still a fan of Smith.
Think he can be a PP QB and a top 4 D-Man.
I completely agree. Out of all our young defenseman, (not including Dekeyser) I think he has the highest potential.
Smith has been inconsistent, but now that he has played 200 games, maybe it all starts to come together. We've seen flashes of very good play before. He has always looked good next to Kronwall, and he played well against Boston and Tampa in the playoffs.
2 seasons ago, he scored 19 ES points which put him in some very good company if I recall correctly.
I'm willing to give Smith one more chance next year with Blash. I think if he can earn time in the Top 4 and on the 2nd PP next season he will do well.